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South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces backlash for shooting her dog, Cricket, with critics from both sides condemning her actions. Noem's defense of the controversial decision sparks outrage, with politicians, dog experts, and the public questioning her judgment and ethics.

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Kristi Noem, the Governor of South Dakota, faced backlash after admitting to shooting and killing her family dog named Cricket. Noem justified her decision by explaining that the dog was aggressive and untrainable, forcing her to follow the advice of a veterinarian and ultimately end Cricket's life. Many critics, including politicians, media personalities, and dog lovers, condemned her actions, accusing her of inhumane treatment and lack of responsibility in handling a cute and innocent animal.

The story spread rapidly, drawing international attention and prompting discussions on social media platforms. Critics likened Noem's actions to cruelty and harshness, questioning her moral compass and suitability for public office. Donald Trump, to whom Noem is considered loyal, expressed disappointment in Noem's decision to kill her dog.

Noem's defense failed to appease animal rights advocates, who argued that there are alternatives to euthanizing pets, including rehoming, training, and seeking professional help. Noem's steadfast stance further fueled outrage and disbelief, turning the story into a focal point for debates on pet ownership and compassion towards animals.

As the controversy gained momentum, media personalities like Stephen Colbert ridiculed Noem's actions, while political pundits raised concerns about the impact of the scandal on her political career. The public, including celebrities and journalists, expressed shock and dismay over the Governor's choice, highlighting the importance of animal welfare and ethical treatment of pets.

Noem faced intense scrutiny and criticism for choosing to shoot the untrainable dog, with many believing that her decision reflected a lack of empathy and care. The incident not only sparked debates on animal rights but also raised questions about Noem's character and judgment, impacting her reputation and potentially influencing her future in politics.

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Virality Score 4.0

Change in Rank -8

Thread Age 319 days

Number of Articles 109

Political Leaning

Left 57.0%

Center 25.8%

Right 17.2%

Regional Coverage

US 84.3%

Non-US 15.7%

Recent Coverage

Editorial cartoon: Kristi Noem

The Dallas Morning News - 315 days ago - South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem wrote about killing a dog.

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HuffPost - 315 days ago - "I loved my dog and my dog loved me," the Utah senator said when asked about comparisons between him and South Dakota's GOP governor.

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AlterNet - 316 days ago - South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem (R) went from having a spot on former President Donald Trump's shortlist of potential running mates to being radioactive after a story in her autobiography about her shooting a puppy in a gravel pit for being a poor hunter went viral. Her response to the story isn't...

Politicians and dog experts vilify South Dakota governor after she writes about killing her dog

The Globe and Mail - 316 days ago - South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s recent memoir has some wondering whether she’s still a viable potential running mate for Donald Trump

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TheBlaze - 316 days ago - South Dakota governor and vice president hopeful Kristi Noem has made a politically fatal mistake from which there may be no return. In her upcoming memoir, “No Going Back,” Noem confessed to killing a puppy and a goat in her past while living on a farm. Her dog Cricket was 14 months old and was...

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The Nation - 316 days ago - The South Dakota governor traumatized her child by killing her dog.

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Raw Story - 316 days ago - Panelists on MSNBC's "Morning Joe" can't stop thinking about South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's "murderous rampage" against her family's pets.The Republican governor likely saw her shot at becoming Donald Trump's running mate vanish after revealing in a forthcoming political memoir that she had gunned ...

Kristi Noem Slammed In Home State Newspaper Column

Newsweek - 316 days ago - The South Dakota governor continues to face criticism over a story about killing her farm dog, Cricket.

'Public suicide': Trump allies write Kristi Noem's political obituary over pup's killing

Raw Story - 316 days ago - South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's chances of becoming Donald Trump's running mate are as dead as the dog she executed in a gravel pit -- according to the president's own allies.The Republican governor revealed that she had gunned down her family's 14-month-old puppy Cricket for misbehaving and then dr...

South Dakota governor’s dog-killing tale sparks outrage

Honolulu Star-Advertiser - 316 days ago - Politicians and dog experts are criticizing South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem after she wrote in a new book about killing a rambunctious puppy. The story — and the vilification she received on social media — has some wondering whether she’s still a viable potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Stephen Colbert Dogs 'Desperate' VP Wannabe With Bad News About Trump

HuffPost - 316 days ago - "The Late Show" host taunts South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem over dog-killing confession.

Noem defends decision to kill dog

TheBlaze - 316 days ago - South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has defended her decision to kill a young dog many years ago.The Guardian reported that in her forthcoming book, "No Going Back: The Truth on What's Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward," Noem recounted the story about the dog, Cricket, that had been arou...

Trump VP contender South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem defends shooting, killing her dog

MSNBC - 316 days ago - Donald Trump VP contender, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, is defending shooting and killing her family dog, which she describes in her upcoming book.